Saturday 14 May 2011

NRL 2011 - Round 10 NRL Results Blog Game Highlights Stats Injury News & NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes

ROUND 10 NRL RESULTS - 2011 SEASON
ROUND 10 RESULTS BLOG
12/05 Odds are courtesy of Sportingbet Australia
10 - 15 Fri @ ANZ | LINE: CBY +5.5 GAME STATS
33 - 10 Fri @ Centrebet | LINE: PEN +5.5 GAME STATS
12 - 20 Sat @ AAMI | LINE: CAN +14.5 GAME STATS
40 - 26 Sat @ Dairy Farmers | LINE: PAR +7.5 GAME STATS
29 - 18 Sat @ ANZ | LINE: SOU +8.5 GAME STATS
16 - 25 Sun @ AusGrid | LINE: WAR +2.0 GAME STATS
18 - 04 Sun @ Toyota | LINE: CRO +6.5 GAME STATS
12 - 16 Mon @ Skilled | LINE: GLD +4.5 GAME STATS
ROUND 10 BYES - NONE

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NRL TWEET PLAYER OF THE YEAR VOTES
 AFTER ROUND 10 
THE NRL TWEET's ROUND 10 REVIEW
Here on www.wdnicolson.com we've got all the Game Results, Match Reports, Game Highlights, Game Stats, Injury News and NRL Tweet Player of the Year Award Votes in the one place.
This Round Review also integrates our NRL Injured List - which if you haven't bookmarked by now - I suggest you do so.

SPECIAL FRIED RICE - ROUND 10
- Waz 4/10: TigersMatt 8/10: Sea EaglesDave 7/10: StormNic 8/10: Cowboys -
Note: The order in which Special Fried Rice is chosen rotates - this week Dave had 1st choice, Nic 2nd, Waz 3rd and Matt 4th.

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FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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15
7:45pm (Local) 13 May @ ANZ Stadium, Sydney.
NRLTweet Game Summary: The Dragons beat the Bulldogs at ANZ but looked home up 15-0 at half-time. Canterbury fought back and had every chance to snatch it late but lost 15-10.
Injuries: Michael Lett (Hammy), Frank Pritchard (Head Knock), Greg Eastwood (Cork), Mickey Paea (Knee)
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Michael McLucas
4 - Darius Boyd, STI
Continues his good form at the back. Always times his moves perfectly in backline moves to gain metres or points.
2 - Dan Hunt, STI
Great performance up front especially in the second half when the Dogs had the Dragons under huge pressure.
1 - Frank Pritchard, CBY
Had hearts in mouths of Dragons supporters every time he touched the ball, just couldn't find the support to get an offload away.
Judge: Warrick Nicolson
4 - Dan Hunt, STI
Hit very hard in defence and was a regular metre eater in attack. A big reason the score was 15-0 at half-time.
2 - Darius Boyd, STI
The most valuable player on the St.George-Illawarra roster returned from injury and just makes them a more dangerous team. The Dragons have opened up the attack in 2011 and Boyd is thriving getting the chance to run the ball wider of the ruck..
1 - Trent Merrin, STI
Alongside Hunt - was the catalyst to the Dragons lead at halftime. Got through his work and rarely gets pushed back when running the ball.
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FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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10
7:45pm (Local) 13 May @ Centrebet Stadium, Penrith.
NRLTweet Game Summary: Full credit to the Panthers - they rolled through the middle of the vaunted Brisbane defence all night en route to a commanding 33-10 win in Penrith.
Injuries: Michael Gordon (Knee), Timana Tahu (Pectoral), Tim Grant (Hammy - in warmup) Ben Hannant (Knee), Darren Lockyer (Shoulder), Justin Hodges (Hammy)
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Haylen Southon
4 - Luke Lewis, PEN
Came back from a lengthy injury spell to score a try. Lewis appeared the catalyst to unlock the Panthers attack, and put in a massive effort on his return game.
2 - Corey Parker, BRI
High workload as usual and scored a great try on halftime.
1 - Michael Gordon, PEN
Despite suffering a season ending injury, Gordon was dangerous in attack before the injury - kicked 4/4, set up two tries and scored one himself.
Judge: Matthew Duncan
4 - Michael Gordon, PEN
TBA
2 - Luke Lewis, PEN
TBA
1 - Luke Walsh, PEN
TBA
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SATURDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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20
5:35pm (Local) 14 May @ AAMI Park, Melbourne.
NRLTweet Game Summary: Pinch someone next to you. Not only did Canberra win for tne first time since March, they beat Melbourne 20-12 in Melbourne to do so.
Injuries: TBA
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Greg Delaney
4 - Dane Tilse, CAN
Running for a mammoth 154 metres Tilse took the fight to the Storm pack and got the Raiders on the front foot.
2 - Shaun Fensom, CAN
With 135 metres, 44 tackles, 6 tackle breaks and a line break Fensom was the glue that held this performane together.
1 - Brett White, CAN
Brett White's best ever game. Made 134 metres with ball in hand and belted his former team mates with 22 tackles.
Judge: Warrick Nicolson
4 - Shaun Fensom, CAN
Can I give it to David Furner for taking the blinkers off the team and letting them play footy? No. Ok go with Fensom. The kid can play. For whatever reason Furner believed Josh Miller was a better fit as a starter at lock in recent weeks but Fensom
2 - Dane Tilse, CAN
His performance adds weight to the theory that the Raiders almost have too many props - because when Tilse gets quality minutes like this (50) he can be a beast like he was against Melbourne.
1 - Blake Ferguson, CAN
Simply for that try... yes the Raiders led 14-12 with 9 minutes left but that bit of brilliance (from a great catch and pass by centre Joel Thompson) sealed the biggest upset of the season for the Raiders when he chip kicked, tip toed down the sideline and beat Billy Slater for pace to score.
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SATURDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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26
7:35pm (Local) 14 May @ Dairy Farmers Stadium, Townsville.
NRLTweet Game Summary:The Eels led by the class of Jarryd Hayne give the hometown Cowboys a real scare before Bowen and Thurston get North Queensland home 40-26.
Injuries: TBA
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Nigel Wilbow
4 - Johnathan Thurston, NQL
Took control of the game in the last 20 minutes to get the Cowboys the win. Had 2 Tries and 6 goals for 20 points.
2 - Jarryd Hayne, PAR
Set up 3 tries and scored one himself played more like a 5/8 than a fullback. Back to his best.
1 - Willie Tonga, NQL
Had 2 tries, near unstopable running off Thurston.
Judge: Craig Buchanan
4 - Johnathan Thurston, NQL
Led the cowboys all over the field pin point accurate passing, 2 tries and kicked well, an all round standout.
2 - Matthew Bowen, NQL
Set up a double, played well, was in the right places at the right times like a good fullback should be, and helped inspire the Cowboys.
1 - Jarryd Hayne, PAR
A welcome return for Eels fans, Jarryd played positively scored a try, and ignited the Eels for most of the game.
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SATURDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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18
7:35pm (Local) 14 May @ ANZ Stadium, Sydney.
NRLTweet Game Summary: South Sydney jump out of the blocks early and held a 27-0 lead at half-time. The Tigers fought back in the 2nd half but fell short 29-18.
Injuries: Simon Dwyer (Ankle)
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Warrick Nicolson
4 - Dave Taylor, SOU
TBA.
2 - Issac Luke, SOU
TBA
1 - Chris Sandow, SOU
TBA
Judge: Matt Spillane
4 - Chris Sandow, SOU
Playing with a new confidence since sorting out his future, and was more then evident with the short drop out and regather.
2 - Issac Luke, SOU
Controlled the ruck for the Rabbits and was he's usual pesty self in defence.
1 - Dave Taylor, SOU
Caused some havoc on the left fringe and had some nice offloads
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SUNDAY FOOTBALL
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25
2:05pm (Local) 15 May @ AusGrid Stadium, Newcastle.
NRLTweet Game Summary: The Warriors win their 4th in a row 25-16 over the Knights thanks to a superb defensive effort midway through the 2nd half in Newcastle.
Injuries: Lewis Brown (Knee), Junior Sa'u (Ankle)
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Rob Neilsen
4 - James Maloney, WAR
Steered the Warriors to victory with a devastating final 20 minute performance.
2 - Lance Hohaia, WAR
2 tries in a great attacking game, including the game sealer late.
1 - Shannon McDonnell, NEW
Never stopped trying, fielded some great kicks under pressure, and scored a try as well!
Judge: Craig Buchanan
4 - James Maloney, WAR
A strong kicking game, Maloney directed the team well, and scored a deserved try from a strong run past the Knights line
2 - Micheal Luck, WAR
Had a line break, set up a try and had his usual strong work load of tackles, including some desperation efforts to pull down players as last line of defence. A stand out performance from a true work horse.
1 - Wes Naiqama, NEW
Dominated the warriors in the 1st half, scored the 1st set up the 2nd, broke the line, and was hard to contain.
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SUNDAY FOOTBALL
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04
3:05pm (Local) 15 May @ Toyota Stadium, Cronulla.
NRLTweet Game Summary: You can only applaud Cronulla's defence this afternoon as they repel set after set from the Roosters in the 2nd half to win 18-4.
Injuries: Kane Linnett (Shoulder), Tom Symonds (Finger), Joseph Leilua (Leg), Paul Gallen (Shoulder), Paul Aiton (Knee), Matthew Wright (Knee)
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Ben Hoese
4 - Paul Gallen, CRO
After carrying a monster work load, scoring a try, and getting injured, he still looked like a million bucks.
2 - Paul Aiton, CRO
Kept the team rolling forward putting the Roosters on the back foot in the first half before a serious leg injury forced him off.
1 - Stewart Mills, CRO
The young 70's cop look-a-like made an impressive debut. Strong under the bombs, and powerful with the ball.
Judge: Dane Neville
4 - Paul Gallen, CRO
Scored a try, great in defence and didn't stop hitting the ball up all day.
2 - Anthony Tupou, CRO
Had 15 hit ups, 6 very good offloads and was good in defence.
1 - Stewart Mills, CRO
Try on debut, a line break and solid under the high ball and is bringing back the moustache.
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MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
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16
7:05pm (Local) 16 May @ Skilled Park, Gold Coast.
NRLTweet Game Summary: Manly defeat Titans 16-12 at Skilled thanks to a great 2 try performance by Michael Robertson. Titans try hard but it's not enough.
Injuries: TBA
2011 @NRLTweet Player of the Year Votes 
Judge: Justin Davies
4 - Michael Robertson, MAN
Scored two vital tries in a game where points seemed to be at a premium.
2 - Kieran Foran, MAN
Took a licking but kept on kicking, he's becoming or is one the toughest players in the NRL.
1 - Daly Cherry-Evans, MAN
He's improving with each game and this one, was no exception.
Judge: Michael McLucas
4 - Daly Cherry-Evans, MAN
Controlled the game beautifully with good direction and a great kicking game. Kept the game at the right end of the park for the most part.
2 - Michael Robertson, MAN
2 tries and could have been 3 in another performance that highlighted his reliability.
1 - Kieran Foran, MAN
Was targeted by the Titans' hit-men and copped plenty but kept getting straight up and putting his hand up. Tough effort!
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@NRLTWEET 2011 TIPPING RECORD 
TOTAL AFTER 10 ROUNDS - 40/76 @ 52.6%
The NRL Tweet finished with 125 correct tips from 192 Games in 2010 at a strike rate of 65%.

ROUND 10 SELECTIONS
Warrick Nicolson, The NRL Tweet + NTFS Host
Dragons
Broncos
Storm
Cowboys
Tigers
Warriors
Roosters
Sea Eagles
4/8 | SEASON 40/76
Nic McInerney, NTFS Co-Host
Dragons
Broncos
Storm
Cowboys
Tigers
Warriors
Sharks
Sea Eagles
5/8 | SEASON 48/76
Dragons
Broncos
Storm
Cowboys
Rabbitohs
Warriors
Roosters
Sea Eagles
5/8 | SEASON 43/76
Dave Chapman, NTFS Co-Host
Dragons
Broncos
Storm
Cowboys
Tigers
Knights
Roosters
Sea Eagles
3/8 | SEASON 45/76
Maria Tsialis, Big League Magazine
Bulldogs
Broncos
Storm
Cowboys
Tigers
Warriors
Roosters
Sea Eagles
3/8 | SEASON 39/76
Andy Raymond, Fox Sports Commentator
Dragons
Broncos
Storm
Eels
Tigers
Knights
Sharks
Sea Eagles
3/8 | SEASON 35/76
Eyes, The Kid Who Sees All
Bulldogs
Panthers
Raiders (He picked Canberra but was 'coerced' to pick Melbourne by a bad judge)
Cowboys
Tigers
Knights
Roosters
Titans
3/8 | SEASON 34/76
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